Cheapest hostels in Japan

Located in Osaka's Minami district, this hostel is mere steps from Namba Walk Shopping Mall and just a 5-minute walk from Nippombashi Station, offering budget-friendly access to key attractions like Namba Grand Kagetsu Theater and Hozen-ji Temple.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a communal fridge, a microwave, and laundry facilities, making it a practical and affordable choice for exploring Osaka.

Conveniently located just 1.7 kilometres from Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, Tabist Capsulehotel Apods Himeji Station offers a budget-friendly stay in Himeji Shi.
This capsule hotel provides essential amenities including air conditioning, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk, making it an affordable choice for exploring the local attractions.

Centrally located in Hiroshima City, GuestHouse Hostel MangeTak is just 600 meters from the Atomic Bomb Dome and a 12-minute walk from Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring key historical sites.
This hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi, a shared kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and an on-site bar, making it a convenient and affordable choice for travellers.

Located in Numazu-shi, Tagore Harbor Hostel offers convenient access to Mihama Beach, just 2.7 kilometres away, and is also within easy reach of Mount Daruma at 13.5 kilometres and Fuji-Hakone-Izu-kokuritsu-koen National Park at 12.7 kilometres.
This budget-friendly hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a shared lounge, a garden, and on-site dining options including a restaurant and bar, making it an affordable choice for exploring the seaside.

Just 500 meters from the iconic Zenkoji Temple, Dot Hostel Nagano offers a budget-friendly stay in Nagano City, conveniently located 2.4 kilometres from Nagano Station.
This affordable hostel provides a shared kitchen, a bar, and air-conditioned rooms, perfect for travellers seeking cheap accommodation with essential amenities.

Just an 11-minute walk from Isonoura Beach, this hostel in Wakayama offers a budget-friendly seaside escape, conveniently located 2 kilometres from Kasai Park and 3.7 kilometres from Kii Kimoto Castle Ruins.
Boasting a garden, terrace, and complimentary bicycles for exploring, this 21-square-metre hostel with air conditioning and Wi-Fi accommodates up to 11 guests and features a jacuzzi and sauna for a truly affordable stay.

Hostel&Cafe Farolito in Ukiha Shi offers a budget-friendly stay with Kanzeon-ji Temple and Komyozen-ji Temple located approximately 32 kilometres away.
Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi, a shared kitchen, and a tranquil garden at this affordable hostel.

Located in Hakone-machi, this hostel offers a budget-friendly stay just 7.9 kilometres from Hakone-Yumoto Station and an 11-minute walk from Gora Station, with convenient access to the Hakone Open-Air Museum.
Guests can enjoy the onsen hot spring bath, garden, and bar, with air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi, making it a great affordable option for exploring the geothermal area and nearby hiking trails.

Perfectly situated at 1,400 metres, Hütte Jil Shirakabako hostel in Chino Shi is just a 14-minute walk from the picturesque Lake Shirakaba and within 32 kilometres of Canora Hall, offering a fantastic mountain setting for a budget-friendly escape.
This affordable hostel provides ski pass sales, equipment rental, and bike hire, alongside free WiFi and parking, making it an ideal base for exploring the area and enjoying winter sports or cycling.

Perfectly situated in Matsue Shi, this hostel offers a budget-friendly base, just 500 metres from Ryusyouji Temple and Shirakata Tenman-gu Shrine, with Matsue Station a mere 800 metres away.
Guests can enjoy complimentary breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, making it an affordable choice for exploring local attractions.

Located in Nagoya's city centre, Hotel Livemax Premium Nagoya Marunouchi is a 9-minute walk from Oasis 21 and 1.2 kilometres from Nagoya Castle.
This 3-star hotel offers a budget-friendly stay with amenities including free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and parking, making it a great choice for exploring the city.

Just 1.8 kilometres from the iconic Himeji Castle, Shironoshita Guesthouse offers a budget-friendly stay in Himeji Shi.
This affordable hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, bar, and convenient parking, making it an excellent choice for families exploring the area.

Ideally situated in Kanazawa, this hostel is just 200 meters from Omicho Market and 100 meters from Meitetsu M'za, offering easy access to Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Castle.
This budget-friendly hostel provides complimentary WiFi, a restaurant, and a shared lounge, with daily cleaning requiring guests to vacate between 11:00 and 15:00.

Situated in Higashiōsaka Shi, this hostel is conveniently located 2.1 kilometres from Nakagawa Park and 2.3 kilometres from The Osaka Korean Church in Japan, with other notable landmarks like Miyuki-no-Mori Tenjin-gu Shrine and Tatsumi Shrine within 3.2 kilometres.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, this hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a communal kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and an on-site bar, ensuring a comfortable and affordable experience for travellers.

Conveniently located in Osaka City's Nishinari district, this budget-friendly hostel offers quick access to key attractions, being a mere 15-minute walk from Spa World, Tsutenkaku Tower, and Nipponbashi, with Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka also within 5 kilometres.
Complimentary WiFi is available in public areas, and a microwave in the common room provides a handy option for preparing simple meals, making this an affordable choice for travellers.

Perfectly situated in Nagoya's Nakamura Ward, this 2-star capsule hotel is just 6 minutes' walk from Nagoya Station and 1.1 kilometres from the city centre, with Nagoya Castle 2.7 kilometres away and Oasis 21 3.2 kilometres distant.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, this hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi, with bilingual staff available to assist and a convenient luggage room for early arrivals.

Just a 15-minute walk from Universal Studios Japan and 5 minutes from JR Ajikawaguchi Station, J-hoppers Osaka Universal offers a budget-friendly stay in Osaka City.
This hostel provides a shared kitchen with complimentary drinks, a lounge with board games, and free WiFi, making it an affordable choice for exploring the city.

Conveniently located in Beppu Shi, J-hoppers Beppu Guesthouse is a mere 500 meters from Beppu Station, offering easy access to Beppu Tower and the Statue of Kumahachi Aburaya, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
This budget-friendly hostel provides essential amenities including air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, and on-site kitchen facilities, ensuring a comfortable and affordable stay for all travellers.

Saga International Guesthouse Hagakure is located in Saga City, 14.9 kilometres from Yoshinogari and 13.7 kilometres from Saga Airport, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the area.
This hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared kitchen, and an on-site bar, with bike rental available for guests keen to explore.

Located in Iki, Guesthouse Wasabi is approximately 13 kilometres from Iki Airport, offering a tranquil escape with its garden and sun terrace.
This budget-friendly hostel provides essential amenities including free WiFi and parking, with bike rental available for exploring the area's cycling and hiking routes.

Just an 8-minute walk from Manpuku-ji Temple, Riverside Hostel Chillax Namba offers a budget-friendly stay in Osaka City, conveniently close to Orange Street.
This hostel boasts a shared kitchen, bar, garden, and fitness centre, providing a range of amenities for an affordable and comfortable visit.

Conveniently located a mere 500 metres from Shichijo Station and 800 metres from JR Kyoto Station, this hostel in Kyoto offers a budget-friendly base with Rengeoin Sanjusangendo just an 11-minute walk away.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and an on-site restaurant, alongside a tranquil garden and a shared lounge for relaxation.

Located centrally in Ikebukuro, this hostel is a mere 3-minute walk from JR Ikebukuro Station, offering direct access to Shinjuku, Harajuku, and Shibuya within 20 minutes, and just a 5-minute walk to Sunshine 60 Observatory.
This budget-friendly hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms, alongside an on-site restaurant and convenience store for a comfortable and affordable stay.

Conveniently located in Minami Kyushu, Sakurakan is a mere 5-minute walk from the Chiran Peace Museum, offering a budget-friendly base for exploring the region.
This hostel features essential amenities including free WiFi and an on-site restaurant, with Flower Park Kagoshima 30 kilometres and Bandokorobana Park 14 kilometres away.

Just 300 metres from JR Central Towers, Hostel Wasabi Nagoya Ekimae offers a prime location for exploring Nagoya, with Nagoya Castle and Oasis 21 also within easy reach.
This hostel provides budget-friendly accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, and a communal kitchen, plus bicycle rentals are available for exploring the city.

Conveniently located just 1.8 kilometres from Kanazawa Castle and within easy reach of Kenrokuen Garden and the Myoryuji - Ninja Temple, K's House Kanazawa offers a budget-friendly hostel experience in the heart of the city.
This hostel provides complimentary WiFi, a shared kitchen with a fridge, freezer and microwave oven, and a terrace for guests to enjoy, making it an affordable and practical choice for travellers.

Sana Inn Town, a budget-friendly hostel in Wakayama Shi, is conveniently situated 1.8 kilometres from Wakayama MIO and an 18-minute walk from Wakayama City Museum, with other cultural sites like the Museum of Modern Art also nearby.
This affordable accommodation offers air-conditioned rooms and some units feature a kitchenette with a microwave and fridge, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay for travellers seeking cheap and cozy lodgings.

Just 300 metres from Beppu Tower, Guesthouse Sunline Beppu offers budget-friendly accommodation in Beppu, Oita.
This hostel boasts a shared lounge, complimentary WiFi, and access to a hot spring bath, making it an affordable choice for exploring Beppu.

Perfectly located in Kyoto's Gion district, this hostel is just a 9-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station, putting you within easy reach of Sanjusangen-do Temple and Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
This family-friendly hostel offers affordable accommodation with essential amenities including free WiFi, air conditioning, and a shared kitchen, making it a great base for exploring the city.

Located in Uji, this hostel is situated 10 kilometres from Daigo-ji Temple and 12.7 kilometres from Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.
Offering complimentary bicycles and free Wi-Fi, this budget-friendly hostel provides a shared lounge and kitchen facilities, ensuring an affordable and comfortable stay.

Offering a unique stay, Kominka Sharehouse Hooju is a budget-friendly hostel in Miyazaki, located just a 4-minute walk from Kodomo-no-Kuni and 7.8 kilometres from Cape Iruka.
This affordable accommodation provides essential amenities including air conditioning, a kitchen with a microwave, free WiFi, and free private parking, making it a convenient base for exploring the geothermal hot springs and attractions like Aoshima Shrine, which is 2.4 kilometres away.

Conveniently located in Osaka City, this hostel is a mere 7-minute walk from the Shimoyamatobashi Monument and within an 8-minute walk of Manpuku-ji Temple and Daikaku-ji Temple.
This budget-friendly hostel offers air conditioning, free WiFi, and a terrace, providing a comfortable and affordable stay in Osaka.